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Report: Tokyo Police Seeking Fraud Charges Against Mt Gox CEO

The Tokyo Metropolitan Police is reportedly pursuing fraud charges against Mt Gox CEO Mark Karpeles.

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Bitcoin Exchange Igot Challenges Scam Allegations

The founder of Australia-based bitcoin exchange igot has refuted claims that his business is a scam.

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Ripple Labs Taps US Treasury Official for Advisory Board

Blockchain startup Ripple Labs has added a former US Treasury Department official to its board of advisors.

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US Government Funds $3 Million Cryptocurrency Research Initiative

Three US universities are set to conduct research on cryptocurrencies using roughly $3m in grant funding from the National Science Foundation.

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Microsoft Explores Blockchain Tech's Use for Social Good

The topic of how blockchain technology can be used to support social good was discussed at an event hosted by Microsoft last night.

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Can Bitcoin Change Wi-Fi For the Better?

We take a look at the companies hoping to increase the ease of WiFi access with bitcoin micropayments.

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Bitcoin and Trading Execs Team up to Disrupt Settlement

A bitcoin entrepreneur and a trading veteran have partnered on a blockchain project that aims to streamline the way assets are exchanged.

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Mike Tyson Bitcoin ATM Owner Hits Back at Scam Accusations

A deal to create an official Mike Tyson-branded bitcoin ATM in Las Vegas has been met with criticism following questions about the companies involved.

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ItBit to Host Private Blockchain Summit for Wall Street Elite

Bitcoin exchange itBit is hosting a private gathering of financial professionals in New York on Monday.

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